{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Classic Auto Mall - #233 - Stewart Howden with Guests Lisa Boggs, Will Robbins & Keith Martin","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/classic-auto-mall-233-stewart-howden-with-guests-lisa-boggs-will-robbins-keith-martin","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197312/episodes/18990471-classic-auto-mall-233-stewart-howden-with-guests-lisa-boggs-will-robbins-keith-martin.mp3","description":"Show #238 airdate 04-08-26 Stewart welcomes Lisa Boggs, Director of Motorsports @FirestoneRacing and Will Robbins, Executive Director of Marketing and Strategic Product Portfolio Planning @Bridgestone.  Discussed is the Bridgestone-Firestone brand, tire technology, advancements, safety and durability as well as Firestone's over century-long relationship with @IndyCar and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.  Also, Sports Car Market's Keith Martin discusses a VIN problem with a car he just bought asking \"Have I been scammed?\".  @IndyNXT @IMS @IMSMuseum @IROC @MarioAndretti @F1 @SCCA @Chevy  @RangeRover @Subaru_USA @Honda @JosefNewgarden @CorvetteMuseum @PenskeNews #RogerPenske #Hybrid #EV #Nashville #HarveyFirestone #RunFlat #DriveGuard  #PhillipMorris #Marlboro #LynStJames #EnzoFittapaldi #RickMears #FlatRock #Colorado #PatoO'Ward #Unser #Chicago  Send us Fan MailGET OUR FREE APP:   https://ClassicAutoMall.appimize.app                              When it opens click on the ORANGE button to install on your phone or computer for DIRECT ACCESS to our VIDEO and AUDIO shows and our website. CONTENT NOTE: Contests, Prizes, Offers, Vehicles & other items may no longer be available or offered after each show's original broadcast or posting date.Recorded in our Showcase Studio just inside the entrance of the Classic Auto Mall in Morgantown, PA, Host Stewart Howden, Classic Auto Mall President and Classic Car Specialist Steve Saffier talk about this unique and amazing place often with amazing guests.  YES...Classic Auto Mall is a REAL former shopping mall that covers almost EIGHT football fields with an average of nearly ONE THOUSAND classic vehicles under one, climate controlled roof and they're all FOR SALE!  Be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to be informed of new episodes and SEE them on the Classic Auto Mall YouTube Channel.  We also invite you to VISIT US IN PERSON at Classic Auto Mall, one hour west of Philadelphia at PA Turnpike Exit #298, VISIT us online at ClassicAutoMall.com or talk to real, live people about visiting, buying or selling your classic on consignment at 610-901-3804.."},"annotations":[{"startTime":63.78,"endTime":65.2,"type":"car","title":"Pontiac Firebird","url":"/cars/pontiac/firebird","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a6/1972_Pontiac_Firebird_Formula_7.5L_V8_2.jpg","quote":"Interesting.  We've got a good-looking firebird out front.  We do.","canonicalId":"car:pontiac:firebird","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Pontiac Firebird is a classic American muscle car that was offered in many trims and performance levels. It’s a common sight at car shows and dealer lots because it has a strong following and a wide range of collectible years. The podcast mentions a good-looking Firebird out front, suggesting it’s a featured or notable car in the setting.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Pontiac Firebird is an older American muscle-style car. It was made in different versions, but it’s generally known for being sporty and popular with collectors. 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